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Premium Everest Base Camp Trek – 9 Days

  • 9 Days
  • Moderate
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Max. Altitude

5,364 m
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Best Season

Mar-May & Oct- Dec
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Activity

Trekking
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Start / End Point

Kathmandu/Kathmandu

Overview of Premium Everest Base Camp Trek – 9 Days

Premium Everest Base Camp Trek gives you a unique trekking experience where culture, rugged beauty & luxury blend so well. This Everest Base Camp Luxury Trek package is designed to fill your life with adventures and lavish moments. With this expedition, trekkers have wonderful stories to tell.

This famous best  EBC Trekking Trail saw great climbers like Sir Edmund Hillary & Tenzing Norgay walk its path back in 1953 AD. As a result, this hike to Everest Base Camp may well be a once-in-a-lifetime journey to remember forever.

Premium Everest Base Camp Trek is a unique Everest package that includes both trekking and heli excursion. This luxury package to Mount Everest base camp has been created to favor your time limits as well.

Not only this, the trip to Everest is a voyage that also gives you the most from the least. The Base Camp Everest hike is all about embarking on the foot of the world’s tallest mountain; Mt. Everest and feeling the glory of the Himalayas.

Additionally, the Premium Everest Base Camp Trek offers stunning views of some of the world’s most famous Mountains and breathtaking Landscapes. Similarly, glaciers and the interesting local culture add to the wonders of nature on this trip. Therefore, Everest is one of the most popular destinations in the world today.

The 9-day Premium Everest Base Camp Trek offers trekkers a great chance to explore the Sherpa tradition, culture, and life of people in harsh Himalayan conditions. Trekkers can also visit the world’s highest Buddhist monastery in Tengboche and enjoy the calmness of this gumba.

Highlights of Premium Everest Base Camp Trek – 9 Days

  • Chartered Helicopter flights to Lukla and return back to KTM
  • Get a blessing from a Buddhist monk at Tengboche Monastery
  • Top available luxurious Accommodation throughout the Trip (Everest View Hotel and Yeti Mountain home)
  • All-inclusive foods BLD with Mineral water, Juice, Protein bars, snacks
  • Experience the taste of Sherpa culture and foods and their lifestyle.
  • Trek inside the Sagarmatha National Park and see the Nepal national bird (Danfe), Himalayan Thar, blue ship, Snow Leopard, and many more.
  • Lifetime  adventure at Everest and world heritage tour in Kathmandu
  • No Extra and hidden cost, all-inclusive Premium package

Premium Everest Base Camp Trek – 9 Days Itinerary

day 01 Arrival at Kathmandu international airport.

nepal-cultureWelcome to Nepal. On Arrival representative of Life, Himalaya Trekking will pick you up and take you to the respective 5-star hotel in Kathmandu.

Overnight in Kathmandu Marriott/Hilton

 

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Maximum Altitude

1,320 m.
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Meals

Breakfast
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Trek Duration

15 min Drive
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Accomodations

5 Star Hotel

day 02 Scenic chartered helicopter flight from Kathmandu to Lukla

Heli-return-from-Gorek-Shep-to-LuklaOn the second day, your Premium Everest Base Camp Trek will begin from a flight to Lukla in a charted helicopter. At 6:30 am the staff of life Himalaya will be at the hotel to pick you up and take you to the Domestic airport for a helicopter flight.

It takes about 35 minutes to reach Lukla where we meet our porters and begin our trek. Following the Dudhkosi river and passing through the Sherpa village, huge mane stones it takes about 3 and a half hours to reach our first trekking destination, Phakding.

Overnight at Yeti Mountain Home (The most luxurious hotel in Phakding similar to a 3-star hotel).

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Maximum Altitude

2,623 m.
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Meals

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
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Trek Duration

35 min Flight, 4 hours Trekking
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Accomodations

Lodge
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Transportation

Flight

day 03 Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar

Early morning after having breakfast, we walk towards the Sherpa capital named Namche Bazaar. After we start our trek we pass through the green forest, traditional Sherpa village, and Hillary suspension bridge.

The trail offers you the beautiful scenery of the green forest, Beautiful waterfalls, and small monasteries covered with colorful praying flags. As we ascend towards Namche bazaar we will climb steps for 1 hour then right after passing the Hillary bridge.

After the little tough walk, we will reach the beautiful and most known sherpa city, Namche Bazar.

Overnight at Hotel Yeti Mountain Home.

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Maximum Altitude

3,440 m.
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Meals

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
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Trek Duration

5 hours Trek
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Accomodations

Lodge

day 04 Acclimatization day at Namche, Lunch, and overnight in Everest View Hotel

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After 2 days of walking, we need some rest for acclimatizing our bodies with the environment of Everest. So we’ll have acclimatization at Namche Bazaar. Early morning after breakfast we will visit the local ancient market of Sherpa people and walk a little bit up to the Hillary museum.

After Exploring Namche Bazar we will ascend up towards Everest View hotel for the lunch and overnight. We walk about 1 and half hours to reach Everest view hotel, which is the only 4-star hotel situated at a high altitude, and also got a Guinness book of world records.

From here we can see the magnificent panoramic view of the mountains of the Everest region including the perfect view of the world’s highest mountain Mt. Everest (8,848 m).

After having the launch we can also walk a little down to the Village called Khumjung village where we can see the head of the Yeti in the local museum. Back again to Everest view hotel.

Overnight at Everest View hotel (4-star).

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Maximum Altitude

3,880 m.
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Meals

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
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Trek Duration

3 hours Trek
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Accomodations

4 Star Hotel

day 05 Trek from Everest View hotel to Debouche

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After having a luxurious night at the world’s highest hotel. After some refreshment and breakfast, we start our trek. By following the footprint of sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay we will ascend towards Debouche.

The trail takes us through the path between the magnificent mountains and landscapes, bushes, and beautiful valleys of the Himalayas.

After Arriving at the Tengboche monastery we will take blessings from the Buddhist monks. Usually, those people who are there for the expedition get a participant in the blessing ceremony but we will also take the blessing and experience the ceremony.

During the ceremony, there will be some music playing live using traditional local musical instruments. That reduces all the tiredness which means it relieves us and generates relaxation which is the magic of this ceremony.  After finishing the ceremony we will descend a little towards debouche.

Overnight at Culture home or Rivendell.

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Maximum Altitude

3,867 m.
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Meals

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
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Trek Duration

6 hours Trek
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Accomodations

Lodge

day 06 Trek from Debouche to Dingboche

On the sixth day of your arrival, you’ll be at 3867 m high from sea level. After refreshment and breakfast, we start our journey towards the Premium Everest Base Camp Trek.

During the walk, we will pass through the mountain valley following the Khumbu river and the suspension bridge above them capturing mesmerizing snaps of landscapes. During our trek, we can also see the Himalayan Thar, Wild Yaks, and Nepali national bird called Danfe.

Before Arriving at the Dingboche we will have a great view of the Island peaks, and a Closer view of Amadablam Mountain.

Overnight at Heritage Inn /Countryside

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Maximum Altitude

4,350 m.
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Meals

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinenr
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Trek Duration

6 hours Trek
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Accomodations

Lodge

day 07 Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche

After having breakfast we will begin our journey as every day towards the World’s highest base camp. We will walk beyond the Himalayas following the Mountain valley filled with small bushes. Usually, people consider this day as a quite tough trek day.

The reason is we have to climb and trek through the Thukla pass. It’s quite hard but not that much. After you walked the top of the Thukla pass then the view from here cannot be described by words.

Also, the Thukla pass is the memorial place where memories of people are kept who died in the Everest Region. After spending some time at Thukla pass and grabbing the pictures of 360 panoramas of the Mountains of the Everest region we will take a walk towards Lobuche for the night.

Rest Overnight at Oxygen, 8000inn, or National park hotel.

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Maximum Altitude

4,930 m.
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Meals

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
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Trek Duration

6 hours Trek
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Accomodations

Lodge

day 08 Trek From Lobuche to Everest Base camp back to Gorak Shep

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Here comes the final day, of achieving your goal of the trek, your dream destination; Everest Base  Camp. On This day we have two options you want to wake up at 4 am in the morning and have a magnificent view of the Stars above Mount Everest and the sunrise or you can start as usual.

If we start our trek early at 4 am then we will have our breakfast at Gorakshep and then at midday, we will be reached Everest Base Camp. And if Whether is clear you can come down to Lukla. Or We can stay in Gorakshep.

If we Stay in Gorakshep Early in the morning We will climb to Kalapathar that point gives us a picturesque view of the Sunrise Over the top of Everest.

Overnight at Everest Inn, Yeti or Snow land.

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Maximum Altitude

5,364 m.
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Meals

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
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Trek Duration

8 hours Trek
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Accomodations

Lodge

day 09 Helicopter flight from Gorak Shep to Kathmandu  (1,320 m/4,330 ft.). And Departure.

Last day of our in The Everest Region. We fly from Gorakshep to Pheriche because if we came directly to the low altitude we may get sick so we down to Pheriche and then to Lukla.

And After fuel refueling, we will fly direct to Kathmandu by Helicopter. We will have lunch in a reputed Nepali Restaurant. And in your departure time staff of Life Himalaya will take you to the Airport. Farewell.

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Maximum Altitude

1,320 m.
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Meals

Breakfast
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Trek Duration

1 Hour Flight
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Transportation

Flight

What's Included

  • Airport pick up and drop international and domestic with Private Car, van, jeep,
  • Complete departure information about the trek, flight ticket, guide, altitude sickness, and reconfirmation and extend visa service (if necessary) and extra tour service before the trek starts.
  • Helicopter Flight from Everest base camp to Kathmandu.
  • Each trekker can have 20 kg of trek gear.
  • Unlimited food throughout the trek.
  • 1 night in a 5-star hotel in Kathmandu.
  • 1 night in 4-star Everest View Hotel, 2 nights in Yeti mountain home, 4 nights in a Best available luxurious lodge.
  • As per group size experience, government license holder, high altitude well-trained trek guide, helpful and friendly strong, porters (1 porter for 02 people) and their food, accommodation, salary, equipment, transportation, accidental insurance for all staff.
  • Warm Down jacket and seasonal sleeping bag will be provided during the EBC trekking ( down jacket and sleeping bag are to be returned after the trip )
  • TIMS fee- Trekkers’ Information Management System (Please bring 3 passport-size photos for permits)
  • Local municipality permit
  • Sagarmatha National Park entry fee
  • Mt. Everest Community Development Fee
  • Life Himalaya trekking bag/duffel bag, t-shirt, and Everest base camp trekking map.
  • First Aid kits for the staff and the group,s including Oxi-meter to check pulse and heartbeat in high altitude
  • Water drop purifier for safe drinking water
  • Services coordination for emergency and rescue operations
  • All Government taxes &  service charges
  • Farewell Dinner ina  reputed traditional Nepali cultural restaurant.
  • Achievement Certificate.
  • All beverages and Snacks.
  • One portable oxygen cylinder for altitude sickness and emergency.
  • Battery charge, hot showers, internet & international phone calls.

What's Excluded

  • Any kind of Alcohol is not included.
  • Travel insurance which covers 6000,m emergency Rescue and Evacuation.
  • Tips for Guide, Porter, and Drivers.
  • Service not mentioned above
  • International Airfare

Premium Everest Base Camp Trek – 9 Days - Essential Information

Route and Trek Distance of this trek

The 65-kilometer (40-mile) trip from Lukla to Everest Base Camp is known as the classic  Everest Base Camp route. The privately chartered helicopter will take you to Lukla from Kathmandu and from there your trekking journey will start. And while returning you won’t have to retrace your steps since the helicopter will pick you up from Gorakshep and will head back to Kathmandu.

This trek is mostly spent inside Sagarmatha National Park. The famed Sherpa people reside in this area, and they are the owners of the towns and villages you a tour and reside in. You will pass through the route witnessing the marvelous beauty of glaciers, icefalls, and alpine meadows while trekking through different small Sherpa villages like Namche Bazaar and Tengboche Monastery.

Helicopter Return from Gorakshep ( Near EBC) to Kathmandu:

The Helicopter is included in Kathmandu from Everest Base Camp and Kathmandu to Lukla. In between Lukla to Everest Base Camp, if you got seek or got illness of altitude sickness there will not include of Helicopter. But, from Gorakshep to Kathmandu. The helicopter will be provided by Life Himalaya Trekking Pvt. Ltd. which is included in the premium Everest Base Camp trek.

Arrival and Departure to Kathmandu International Airport

After arrival at Kathmandu International Airport, our representative held a board of Life Himalaya Trekking Pvt. Ltd with writing your name on board front of the terminal door, so that you can easily recognize and bring you to your hotel.

After refreshing the hotel, you can meet with our managing director, and you’re the trekking guide. During the meeting, our representative will brief you on all the necessary information, equipment, and highlights about your trekking trip. After finishing the trip, we will also take you to the Kathmandu International Airport and departure for your onward destination.

Food and Accommodation at Premium EBC Trek

Life Himalaya Trekking will provide quality food & beverages as well as Accommodation as per your requirements. During your Premium Everest Base Camp trek, you’ll stay in spacious, comfortable Hotels that boast plenty of amenities.

Our premium service ensures that every night of your Everest Base Camp trek is an unforgettable experience. In most locations, you will enjoy comfortable hotels equipped with running hot and cold water and eco-friendly bathrooms. In addition, higher-end lodges have ensuite bathrooms and even private rooms to enjoy a good night’s sleep. Some campsites offer upgraded accommodation, featuring private tents with more space, thicker mattresses, superior quality blankets, and linens for added warmth and comfort.

Dishes prepared from fresh ingredients can include traditional Nepali curries and local favorites such as lentil soup, momos (dumplings), Sherpa stew, apple strudel, chocolate pancakes, and more. All meals are prepared by experienced local cooks and consist of a variety of delicious dishes featuring fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Beverages like tea, coffee, and hot chocolate are available. We give every type of food, beverage, Fruit, Chocolates, protein bars, etc. When you are in Life Himalaya’s hands, you do not have to worry about anything. Leave it to us, and we will make your trip the best of the best.

In case of Emergency

Sometimes people get altitude sickness and they got a problem during trekking. At such time the rescue team will arrive. Still, it takes time, in such conditions we will provide you with oxygen till the arrival of the helicopter.

Oxygen is with our team all day long but you can only use it before and after arriving at the day’s destination. In case of an emergency, you can also directly call a doctor through your phone or using a guide phone.

General Information about Premium Everest Trek

The trekkers have to walk 5-7 hours per day which will lead them to the Everest Base Camp. We Life Himalaya Trekking will provide a Local Government certified guide with an experienced porter and helper.

Several trekkers might wonder: “Is the Everest Base Camp Trek Difficult?” The Everest Base Camp Trek might be a little difficult at times because of the adverse weather, a lack of appropriate gear and equipment, and inadequate planning.

The trekkers must have some knowledge about the climatic condition before trekking to EBC, and knowledge of proper and suitable types of equipment, clothes, and shoes, if not our representative or guide will provide all the necessary information.

The trekkers must carry less baggage so that they could easily carry it during the high Himalayas walk. As well the porter will carry a maximum of 20 kg of baggage.

During your trek there is some leisure time, to kill such time we also provide cards, chess, and other Local games. The guide will be always with you during the trek if you need anything anytime he’ll be there for you.

Private Trip

The trekkers can also book a private trip to the Everest Base Camp Trek per their demand and availability. The Premium EBC private trip price is suitable for a seasonal basis. For the supportive season, a private trip to trek Everest Base Camp, mid-March-May and Mid September-Mid December is best.

If you are looking for luxury accommodations in traditional sherpa style and want to trek back to Lukla a Luxury Everest base camp trek will be supper with the high altitude friendly itinerary.

If you want to trek to premium EBC  this season you have to pay a single supplementary. However, if there is more than four person or groups the single supplementary will cost low.

Premium Everest Base Camp Trek itinerary and cost customize available

The Premium Everest Base Camp Trek costs around US$ 5990 per person. This trek cost is slightly higher than the Traditional Everest Base Camp Trek package since it includes chartered Helicopter flights to Lukla and returns back to KTM as well. Throughout the trek, you will be staying on top of available luxurious accommodations like Everest View Hotel or Yeti Mountain Home. Life Himalaya trekking has special offers and discounts for the family, student groups, as well as INT’L travel groups.

The itinerary or trek duration could be changed or modified as per your requirements, interests, and length of your stay in our country, Nepal. There are many disturbing factors, such as weather, politics, and transportation, that may be the main reason for making a change in itineraries that are beyond our control.

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